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by Josemaria Claro - February 7, 2017 - 12:00am

Perhaps, next to the President, the country’s bet to the Miss Universe pageant is the most scrutinized public figure in the Philippines.

How cancer made Christmas more meaningful

by Josemaria Claro - December 20, 2016 - 12:00am

Do you still remember the time when you looked forward to Christmas?

Are we still a Christian nation?

by Josemaria Claro - October 18, 2016 - 12:00am

In a story shared by Fr. Leon Biernat on his online video reflection, there was an emperor who was preparing to execute a young man for a grave crime.

Husband points gun at wife; killed by cops

by Iris Mariani B. Algabre - October 18, 2016 - 12:00am

A man who allegedly pointed a gun at his wife was killed by responding policeman yesterday morning in Sitio Telepono, Barangay Manipis, Talisay City.

Thank you, Fr. Tritz, for your gift of love

by Josemaria Claro - September 20, 2016 - 12:00am

Fr. Pierre Tritz, SJ always believed he was fighting a war. But, he would always explain, my war is not to kill people, but to save them.

Making dreamers out of deprived youths

by Josemaria Claro - February 24, 2015 - 12:00am

They are not your typical teachers.

Planting the SEED of hope for poor but deserving students

by Josemaria Claro - December 23, 2014 - 12:00am

We have heard many times over mostly schools asking us for a donation to support an educational program for “poor but deserving” students.

Making Filipino optional

by Josemaria Claro - August 12, 2014 - 12:00am

Do we Filipinos love Filipino?

For the chance of a better future

by Josemaria Claro - April 15, 2014 - 12:00am

23-year-old Bonifacio Caldito found himself knocking at his uncle’s door one early morning.

Change can start in the workplace

by Jose Claro - December 31, 2013 - 12:00am

Guess what my office had for its Christmas party?

Inspiring stories and lessons from typhoon Yolanda

by Josemaria Claro - December 10, 2013 - 12:00am

It was six in the evening and the early sunset in Ormoc, Leyte added to the darkness and gloom we were feeling as we headed to Barangay Maticaa.

More job opportunities for public school students

by Jose Claro - July 30, 2013 - 12:00am

It’s been a long time coming but change has finally come for Philippine basic education. As early as 1925, eight subsequent studies have all recommended the addition of years in school and the inclusion of...

‘Ganito sila sa Makati’

by Josemaria Claro - July 23, 2013 - 12:00am

Five years ago, the local government of Makati evicted 500 informal settlers from various private properties inside the country’s premier financial district.

Dan Brown’s novel is a writing on the wall

by Jose Claro - June 11, 2013 - 12:00am

This won’t be about Dan Brown vs. Francis Tolentino.

A bright future starts with a beautiful school

by Josemaria Claro - May 28, 2013 - 12:00am

Remember the first day of school?

A museum to open our memories

by Jose Claro - May 7, 2013 - 12:00am

I accompanied my colleague to her interview with Zenaida S. Mique, a member of Claimants 1081.

Become a family of heroes

by Jose Claro - April 23, 2013 - 12:00am

When I was about six years old, I distinctly remember how confused I was when I woke up during my sister’s birthday.

The Great Chair Wrecker

by Jose Claro - April 16, 2013 - 12:00am

During my Uncle William “Billy” Esposo’s wake, I had the privilege of meeting his friends, classmates, former colleagues, readers, and even a handful of his critics who came wisely in the morning...

Women’s Month is for men, too

by Josemaria Claro - March 26, 2013 - 12:00am

As we near the end of International Women’s Month, I couldn’t help but notice how many men felt left out during this month’s celebration.

What’s lacking in our political ads?

by Josemaria Claro - March 12, 2013 - 12:00am

Viral video of the little girl who was crying because she realized that she has had enough of political advertisements? “Just because I’m tired of Bronco Obama and Mitt Romney,” replied Abigael...

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